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What is Vigo?

Vigo is a new type of acceleration program designed to complement the internationally acclaimed Finnish innovation ecosystem. The programme bridges the gap between early stage technology firms and international venture funding. Vigo provides access to high-value investors and syndicates and streamlines the fundraising process for high-potential entrepreneurs.

The backbone of the programme is formed by the Vigo Accelerators, carefully selected independent companies run by internationally proven entrepreneurs and executives. These Accelerators help the best and the brightest start-ups to grow faster, smarter, and safer into the global market. The Accelerators are co-entrepreneurs who invest in the companies they work with to guarantee common goals and passionate development effort.

The Finnish Ministry of Employment and Economy launched the Vigo Programme in 2009. PROFict Partners Oy manages the execution of the program.

What Vigo Offers Your Startup

Accelerate your Startup!

Funding

Selected startups can receive seed funding from one of our Accelerators, who also play a key role in attracting growth funding from other sources.

Expertise and Experience

Vigo Accelerators' key personnel are highly experienced business leaders with a proven track record in serial entrepreneurship. Combined with vast experience in international business development they are able to offer unparalled expertise for new wnterprises to achieve success.

Networking and Connections

The Accelerators and other program participants maintain broad networks offering a wide range of contacts that can significantly speed up the growth of selected companies

Risk Sharing and Credibility

During an intescivve acceleration period the Accelerators actively participate in business development and carry part of the business and financial risk to improve the quality and the credibility of the companies. Depending on the needs, Accelerators can take a very hands-on approach in developing companies or concentrate on providing funding and networks.

Who is it for?

Vigo accelerators are seeking startups and early growth companies with high potential across a range of sectors.

To get your startup accelerated, contact the accelerators that provide the best fit for your company.

To find a list of the Vigo Accelerators, click the 'Accelerators' tab at the top of the page. Also be sure to read the individual profiles on the Accelerator managers, so you can best target your application.

How does Vigo work?

Vigo accelerators are independent companies led by serial entrepreneurs. To get your startup accelerated, you should contact the accelerators that provide the best fit for your company.

To find a list of the Vigo Accelerators, click the 'Accelerators' tab at the top of the page. Also be sure to read the individual profiles on the Accelerator managers, so you can best target your application.

How to get your Startup accelerated

Vigo accelerators are independent companies led by serial entrepreneurs. To get your startup accelerated, you should contact the accelerators that provide the best fit for your company. To find a list of the Vigo Accelerators, click the 'Accelerators' tab at the top of the page. Also be sure to read the individual profiles on the Accelerator managers, so you can best target your application.
As entrepreneneurial investors, Vigo accelerators fuel the growth of new companies and share in the financial rewards.